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William Dunne

Tributes paid to 'lovely' young man who tragically died in truck and car crash near Cahir, Co Tipperary

Tributes have been paid to a "lovely" young man who tragically died after a truck and car collided in Co Tipperary on Monday night.

Jake Anderson was heading towards Clonmel on the N24 near Cahir when the car he was driving collided with a truck.

The popular 21-year-old, from the village of Clerihan, was pronounced dead at the scene. The truck driver was taken to hospital with minor injuries.

On Tuesday, Clonmel Rowing Club paid tribute to their former member.

Man who died after car and truck crashed in Co Tipperary named as 21-year-old Jake Anderson  

An online post said: "We are all saddened to hear of the death of our former oarsman Jake Anderson, we offer our sincere sympathy to Seamus, Claire, Chloe and the rest of the Anderson family. RIP Jake."

A club spokesperson told the Irish Independent: "Jake first joined the club at 14 and was always so supportive and positive, especially to the younger rowers.

"He was a fantastic club member and just a lovely, popular and cheerful young man who came from a wonderful family.

Young man tragically dies after truck collides with car on N24 near Cahir, Co Tipperary  

"We're all devastated to hear what happened and our thoughts and prayers are with his family."

His heartbroken pals took to social media following the tragic death of the apprentice pipe-fitter.

One person said: "The nicest lad from the nicest family you’ll ever meet... RIP Jake. Thoughts and prayers to all the family."

A second said: "Rest in peace Jakey. I love you so much. God has gained one of the best. I will see you when I get there."

Another added: "Love you forever and always. RIP Jake Anderson."

Gardai have appealed for witnesses to the crash to come forward and contact them in Clonmel on 052-6177640.

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